Pharmacology - Antibiotics

Question 1

A patient prescribed Vancomycin IV develops erythema, flushing, and pruritus of the face and upper torso during the infusion. Which action is the priority?

Accepted Answer

Slow the infusion rate to run over at least 60 to 90 minutes

Answer

Stop the infusion immediately and administer Epinephrine SQ

Answer

Discontinue the drug and document a severe Vancomycin allergy

Answer

Apply warm blankets and elevate the patient's legs

Question 2

Which major adverse effect must the nurse monitor for in a patient receiving an Aminoglycoside (Gentamicin)?

Accepted Answer

Ototoxicity and Nephrotoxicity

Answer

Hepatotoxicity and Thrombocytopenia

Answer

Pulmonary fibrosis and Neuropathy

Answer

Aplastic anemia and Agranulocytosis

Question 3

The normal therapeutic peak level for Gentamicin is ______ mcg/mL.

Accepted Answer

5-10 or 5 to 10 or 4-10

Question 4

Match each antibiotic class with its primary mechanism of action.

Accepted Answer

Pharmacology - Antibiotics

A patient prescribed Vancomycin IV develops erythema, flushing, and pruritus of the face and upper torso during the infusion. Which action is the priority?

Which major adverse effect must the nurse monitor for in a patient receiving an Aminoglycoside (Gentamicin)?

Match each antibiotic class with its primary mechanism of action.

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